1987 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | CX | Sumo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2425 mm |